Beware of mosquito bites, SA Health warns after Japanese encephalitis cases emerge
Health authorities are warning people along the River Murray to be extra vigilant about a new mosquito-borne virus.
Peri Strathearn
I'm an award-winning, community-minded journalist who has lived and worked in South Australia's Murraylands since 2012.
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Liberals promise $2.8 million for Fraser Park, Tailem Bend schools
The Liberal Party will replace old transportable classrooms, and the Murray Bridge hospital's helipad, if it is re-elected to state government on March 19.
Golf day raises $5000 for Community Living Australia clients
Murraylands locals living with disability will benefit from a fundraiser at Murray Bridge Golf Club on Friday.
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New-look Monarto Safari Park will reopen on March 25
A pair of cheetah cubs will be among the animals zoogoers will be able to see after they pass through the new visitor centre.
Police pick up two stolen cars at freeway breath-testing station
Plus a speeding, disqualified, drunk driver arrested; and where you'll find speed cameras in Murray Bridge and surrounds this week.
Yes, that was an earthquake you felt on Sunday morning
Geosciences Australia says its epicentre was beneath Mount Barker.
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Citizens’ agenda: Murraylands residents need jobs and affordable housing
Candidates for Hammond at the 2022 state election respond to voters’ concerns about housing, jobs and disadvantage.
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Greens candidate Tim White wants more public housing in Hammond
The party's local candidate at the 2022 state election plans to keep his focus on the big picture and the long game.
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Shop assistant Belinda Owens will stand for Labor in Hammond
In the red corner, a long-term Big W employee will face Liberal MP Adrian Pederick at the 2022 state election.
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Things to do in Murray Bridge: March 4-10, 2022
Your guide to a jam-packed weekend: the Australian Wingless Sprints Championship, Magic Millions, Mannum Show, Murray Bridge Fringe and more.
Mypolonga’s foodie reputation secured with Lot 23 opening
Kelly Johnson’s dream of a cellar door-style outlet for local producers has come to fruition.
Former Ridley feed mill’s industrial days are over
The new owner of the century-old building on Mary Terrace, Murray Bridge has other plans for it, Mayor Brenton Lewis says.